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The Role of Diffusion Coefficient in Flexible packaging Permeability Testing

Diffusion coefficient refers to the ability of a material, like a film, to transmit molecules through it due to thermal motion. Imagine tiny gas particles constantly jiggling around. The diffusion coefficient tells you how easily these particles can move through the film pores or spaces between molecules in the film material.

In the context of packaging, diffusion coefficient is particularly important for flexible packaging films. These films are used to store food, medicine, and other products.




Labthink VAC-V2 Gas Permeability Tester can measure diffusion coefficient alongside other parameters like solubility coefficient and permeability coefficient. It automates the testing process and offers curve fitting functions for analysis.

A good packaging film should have a low diffusion coefficient for gases like oxygen or moisture. This helps prevent these gases from spoiling the product inside by:

  • Limiting oxygen transmission: This is crucial for food items that can oxidize and spoil if exposed to too much oxygen.
  • Minimizing moisture transfer: This helps prevent moisture-sensitive products from absorbing moisture and losing their quality.

By understanding the diffusion coefficient of a film, manufacturers can choose the most suitable material for a specific product, ensuring it has a longer shelf life and maintains its quality.

As the demand for functional packaging materials grows, testing methods are evolving to include parameters like diffusion coefficient that directly impact barrier performance. This ensures a more comprehensive evaluation of packaging films.

Labthink encourages collaboration with packaging industry companies for quality control! Visit the website www.labthink.com to learn more!




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